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Derik Queen’s Buzzer-Beater Propels Maryland to Sweet 16 in NCAA Tournament

Derik Queen’s Buzzer-Beater Propels Maryland to Sweet 16 in NCAA Tournament

In a thrilling NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament game, No. 4 seed Maryland edged out No. 12 seed Colorado State with a last-second buzzer-beater from sophomore forward Derik Queen. The game, held on March 23, 2025, ended with Maryland advancing to the Sweet 16 after Queen's clutch performance. The intense matchup saw controversy over a no-call on a potential travel by Queen in the final moments, sparking widespread discussion among fans and analysts.

Queen's heroics came in the form of a long-range three-pointer that secured Maryland's victory and sent the Terrapins to the next round. The game was part of a series of exciting second-round matches in the tournament, highlighting the unpredictable nature of March Madness. Maryland's success continues to build on their strong season, with fans and supporters eagerly anticipating their next challenge in the tournament.

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Did Derik Queen travel on Game Winner?

A closer inspection of the play reveals Queen did indeed travel on the play as he attacked the basket. It was not called. Current NCAA rules allow a gather and two steps. A slow motion view of a separate angle, posted by March Madness and slowed down by me, shows he clearly gathered and subsequently took three steps.

Who won the NCAA basketball championship in 2025?

Trinity (CT) wins 2025 NCAA men's basketball championship. NCAA.com.

How to watch NCAA basketball?

All TBS, TNT and TruTV games can be streamed on Max. March Madness Live can also be used to stream every game as long as you have a valid TV provider login. Games can also be accessed on any streaming service with access to CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV, like YouTube TV, Sling TV and Hulu + Live TV.

Did the Maryland basketball player travel?

In the interest of checking in and making sure with those who know best, I just spoke to a veteran official and they said without wiggle room for interpretation: Derik Queen absolutely traveled on this shot.

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